Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
The AZ-900 exam is designed for anyone getting started with Azure. It validates your understanding of cloud concepts, Azure architecture and services, and Azure management and governance.
Exam details
- Certification
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Exam code
- AZ-900
- Level
- Fundamentals
- Duration
- Approximately 45 minutes
- Questions
- Typically 40–60 questions
- Passing score
- 700 out of 1000
- Cost
- USD $99 — typical price; the exact fee varies by country/region and currency, and local taxes may apply.
- Prerequisites
- None required
- Languages
- English (also available in Japanese, Spanish, French, German and several other languages)
- Delivered by
- Pearson VUE
- Renewal
- Not required (Fundamentals certifications do not expire)
Skills measured
- Describe cloud concepts
- Describe Azure architecture and services
- Describe Azure management and governance
Study resources & practice tests
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Frequently asked questions
Who should take AZ-900?
AZ-900 is aimed at anyone getting started with the cloud, including non-technical roles, who wants to demonstrate foundational knowledge of cloud concepts and Microsoft Azure. It suits students, sales and business stakeholders, and IT professionals new to Azure who want a recognised first credential before moving on to role-based certifications.
How to prepare for AZ-900?
Combine the free Microsoft Learn learning paths with a free Azure account so you can explore the portal hands-on, then confirm your readiness with a reputable practice test. Focus on the skills measured: describing cloud concepts, Azure architecture and services, and Azure management and governance. See the study resources below.
How to register for the AZ-900 exam?
You book the exam from the official Microsoft certification page, which schedules it through Pearson VUE (students and educators can also schedule through Certiport). You can sit it online with remote proctoring from home or at a test centre. Pick the date and delivery option that suits you when you register.
What is the retake policy if I fail AZ-900?
If you don't pass on your first attempt, you must wait 24 hours before retaking. After a second failure you must wait 14 days, with the same 14-day wait before each further attempt. You may take the exam a maximum of five times within a 12-month period, and the exam fee applies to each attempt.